1978 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1977 Buick Electra | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Regal | Electra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |